San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) · 1 day ago
Staff Accountant II
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$69K/yr - $98K/yr
3+ years expSan Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) is responsible for public transportation in the San Diego area, and they are seeking a Staff Accountant II. The role involves maintaining the general ledger, managing bank accounts, and preparing financial reports while ensuring compliance with governmental regulations.
Customer ServiceRailroadTransportation
Responsibilities
Responsible for the general accounting of MTS, San Diego Transit (SDTC), San Diego Trolley (SDTI) and other entities in a timely manner
Prepares daily/weekly/monthly journal entries as needed
Acts as a key player in the month end close process including the preparation of necessary accruals and balance sheet reconciliations
Responsible for the monthly BRT reconciliation and invoicing to SANDAG for station and operating expenses
Reviews and correctly posts non-invoice related cash receipts to the general ledger
Completes a thorough budget to actual analysis monthly for all agencies to ensure all accruals and necessary transactions were posted or reversed
Reviews the daily earned fare revenue batches in SAGE, the PRONTO specific ERP system
Monitors the deposits in transit clearing accounts for both credit card and retailer network sales
Researches and records customer chargebacks and coordinates with Staff Accountant l to update customer accounts
Prepares journal entries in SAGE for month end close
Maintains daily Farebox spreadsheets for both SDTC and SDTI to ensure deposits are clearing timely. Works closely with both the bank and revenue operations when there are discrepancies
Assists in preparation of the schedules and notes for the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR)
Complies with local, state and federal government reporting requirements
Interacts with the external auditors by assembling information for the auditors and assisting with annual audit field work
Prepares schedules for other ancillary federal and state audits which include NTD, B-10/11 and State Controller’s Reports
Responsible for various compliance items such as CNG Tax returns and Propane Tax Returns
Responsible for the accurate set up of customers and vendors in SAP, including proper 1099 designation and collecting forms required by the State of California
Monitors AR aging reports to ensure customers pay timely
Works closely with assignment office to invoice external agencies when their projects require MTS flagging services near our SDTI lines
Provides excellent and timely service to all MTS departments when accounting guidance or information is needed
Regularly updates procedure manuals related to SAP, PRONTO and other assigned duties
Attends conferences and webinars to keep informed of current and new accounting standards
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in finance, accounting or related field
Minimum of three years of experience that demonstrates substantial knowledge and the ability to perform the specific job functions
Excellent knowledge of generally accepted accounting principles, including the requirements of governmental financial reporting
Strong knowledge of Excel and ERP systems
Ability to learn and use other software that MTS might have or acquire
Ability to establish and maintain priorities in order to complete assignments by deadlines without detailed instructions
Skill in verifying the accuracy and completeness of forms and reports
Knowledge of or ability to learn MTS policies and regulations
Ability to read, understand and apply MTS policies, regulations and union labor contracts
Ability to write letters, memoranda and reports using clear, concise and grammatically correct English
Ability to speak clearly, distinctly and effectively in person-to-person or small group situations using tact and diplomacy
Ability to coordinate and initiate actions necessary to implement decisions and delegate responsibilities to appropriate personnel
Must be able to fulfill the physical demands of the job such as walking, stooping, sitting, bending, reaching for overhead files and occasional lifting (must be able to lift up to 15 pounds)
Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and to perform tasks involving manual dexterity, such as use of a computer and 10-key
Work may at times require more than 8 hours per day or irregular hours to perform the essential duties of the position
Duties will be performed primarily in an office type environment
May require travel to external agencies
Must possess and maintain a valid California Driver License or be able to utilize alternative transportation when needed to perform job-related essential functions
Must satisfactorily pass all applicable examinations including, but not limited to, a pre-employment physical, drug screen and background check
Preferred
CPA certification
Experience in governmental accounting
Company
San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS)
As the largest provider of public transportation in San Diego County, the Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) is committed to providing exceptional service to the people of the San Diego region.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Sharon Cooney
Chief Executive Officer
Larry Marinesi
Chief Financial Officer
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